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At The dollar house, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 565 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The dollar house

This is a fully renovated single family home which is setup for you to have a very nice place to stay while in the area. The dollar house was a tired little place that hadn’t been lived in for over a decade! It’s fully renovated into something sort of special if you ask me. A great place to stay and really well equipped. It's private, on a safe street, close to parks and both lakes. If Albert Lea has nicer short term accommodations, we need to see it to believe it (Unless it's my two bedroom down the street, "Albert Lea revival". This unit is an exceptional value!

If your car runs on coal, there's an EV charger in the driveway! Or plug in your RV/ camper, etc.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 704 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

The Dollar House - Between the Lakes! Albert Lea
The Dollar House - Between the Lakes! Private vacation home

About the area

Albert Lea is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fountain Lake and Shirley Theel Memorial Park, while Freeborn County Historical Society and Mower County Historical Society are cultural highlights. Marion Ross Performing Arts Center and Austin ArtWorks Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Albert Lea travel guide
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Map
Albert Lea, MN

What's nearby

  • Fountain Lake
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Albert Lea City Arena
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Marion Ross Performing Arts Center
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mayo Clinic Health System
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Diamond Jo Casino
    19 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • Elbow Room
    5 min walk
  • Liquor Depot
    19 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Harold's Bar
    3 min drive
  • Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The dollar house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The dollar house?

As of 18 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The dollar house on 29 Mar 2026 start from NZ$258, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The dollar house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The dollar house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The dollar house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The dollar house located?

Situated in Albert Lea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Albert Lea City Arena, Fountain Lake and Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. Mayo Clinic Health System and Freeborn County Historical Society are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The dollar house Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 42 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place to stay. We’ve enjoyed having the privacy of a home rather than a hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

thumb t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great stay.

Great little house. Clean and tidy!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a cute little rental!

Highly recommend this little rental house. Super cute, clean and has everything you could need for your stay. Lucas was easy to work with too. I will definitely book this place again when I’m back in Albert Lea!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back home in Albert Lea

Great place to stay. Everything is labeled for easy use of shower, coffee pot and dishwasher. Very quiet place to stay. Great for a couple get away or for a family of four.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy getaway

We loved our stay at this property with everything we needed to cook our own food or easy convenience to explore great local restaurants. Very responsive host and fun to see the extensive renovations they have done to the home through a book they have available. A wonderful stay overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Place

Very clean and functional. Luke was extremely responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat Stay

The house was as great as it was the first time I rented it. Love the location and the quiet neighborhood. Everything we need is always in the home. Luc is a great person to interact with and always helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Warm and inviting place to stay. Great location and is within close area to eating establishments. Highly recommend this place to anyone in the area looking for an affordable, clean place to rent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place! We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time staying here. A wonderful little house with everything you needed. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was sooo nice and clean and had everything we needed a very very nice place would go again thank you very much
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely lovely place to stay. We enjoyed stay there very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harlan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Perfect little place! Walkable to dowtown and nearby walking trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great place comfy and welcoming. Wi ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A home away from home. We enjoyed our stay there very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had all that we needed in a quiet peaceful neighborhood during a short visit out of town. Short walk to playground and aquatic center. The county fair was going on during our visit which we took advantage of. The house itself was very cozy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay this is our fourth time

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place for sure

It was a nice cozy place well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very pleasant stay

I stayed here for 6 weeks
Stayed 49 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Game weekend

Went away for just a relaxing game weekend with my grandson and a friend… Was the perfect place for us to have this time together?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for my son and I while in tone for a baseball tournament. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Rental

I was in town for my cousins wedding. The dollar house was perfect for a quick trip in to Albert Lea. Very close to all the events I was attending and had everything I needed while away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rodeo Getsway

We enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and comfortable accommodation

Just need to clean the oven
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023